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The crankshaft converts the vertical motion of the pistons and connecting rods to rotational motion. One end of the crankshaft is connected to a flywheel that transfers the engine power to the wheels through a transmission (manual or automatic). Figure. 7— Crankshaft with pistons and connecting rods attached. Figure. 8— Crankshaft of a 1-cylinder engine with connecting rod attached ... ................
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